Algonquin, IL vs Madison, MS
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Algonquin
74.9
#526 nationally
Madison
75.5
#449 nationally
Algonquin leads in walk score (26 vs 7). Madison leads in average commute (23.9 min vs 32.8 min). Madison leads in cost of living index (111 vs 116).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Algonquin, IL | Madison, MS |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.9 (#526) | 75.5 (#449) |
| Population | 30,134 | 27,987 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $422,303 | $413,721 |
| Median Household Income | $129,658 | $124,575 |
| Average Commute | 32.8 min | 23.9 min |
| Walk Score | 26 | 7 |
| Crime Level | 1.6 | 1.6 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 116 | 111 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+5.3 | R+17.3 |
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74.9 Score
Algonquin, IL
Small Illinois city with local appeal
Median Home
$422,303
Population
30,134
Crime
Low
Walk Score
26
Midwest
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75.5 Score
Madison, MS
Small Mississippi city with local appeal
Median Home
$413,721
Population
27,987
Crime
Low
Walk Score
7
Southeast
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